Jamal Murray (calf) and Aaron Gordon (hamstring) are expected to play in Tuesday’s matchup with the Kings, according to Nuggets writer Brendan Vogt.

Murray and Gordon sat out Saturday for the second leg of Denver’s back-to-back set, but both are expected to suit up for Denver’s upcoming matchup with Sacramento. If both are cleared to play, Jalen Pickett and Peyton Watson are expected to shift back to the bench after earning spot starts on Saturday.

Zach LaVine shot 10-of-17 from the field in Sunday’s loss to the Timberwolves, scoring 26 points with four rebounds, two assists, one steal and six three-pointers.

After attempting five shots and scoring nine points in Friday’s blowout loss to the Thunder, LaVine was far more involved offensively on Sunday. He’s scored at least 23 points in seven of his nine appearances, with the increased scoring propelling LaVine into the top-50 in eight- and nine-cat formats. After averaging 22.4 points in 32 appearances for the Kings last season, he’s averaged 25.2 points in 2025-26. Given the limited production outside of points and three-pointers, LaVine doesn’t have much margin for error, but scoring has rarely been an issue for him. The Kings play four games during Week 4, starting with Denver on Tuesday.

DeMar DeRozan tallied 22 points (7-of-11 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), three rebounds, one assist, one steal and three three-pointers in Sunday’s loss to the Timberwolves.

Traditionally a player whom fantasy managers could count on to approach top-50 value, DeRozan has not played to that standard thus far. While his scoring and three-point production were solid on Sunday, his point and assist averages have decreased compared to the 2024-25 numbers. With Zach LaVine in the fold for a full season and the Kings adding Dennis Schröder and Russell Westbrook as free agents, there are more options for DeRozan to contend with. And that doesn’t factor in the eventual return of Keegan Murray from a preseason thumb injury. DeRozan will still be a valuable option in standard leagues, but getting back to top-50 status will be challenging.

Domantas Sabonis (ribs) finished Sunday’s loss to the Timberwolves with 20 points (5-of-17 FGs, 10-of-12 FTs), 13 rebounds, three assists and one steal.

Sabonis was back on the floor after missing two games with a rib contusion. While there were times when his discomfort was visible, the Kings center played 30 minutes and recorded his seventh double-double in as many appearances. Sabonis struggled from the field on Sunday, as the Timberwolves were able to force him to play in a crowd consistently, but frequent trips to the foul line boosted the final point tally. Also, Sabonis attempted a season-high 17 shots, the second time he’s had at least 15 attempts. That level of activity may be required for Sabonis to meet his lofty Yahoo! ADP of 18. And it could be tough to pull off due to the other scorers in the Kings’ rotation.

Dennis Schröder (ankle) finished Sunday’s loss to the Timberwolves with three points (1-of-6 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, two assists and one steal.

Schröder appeared to sprain his left ankle during the second quarter when he stepped on the foot of Minnesota’s Donte DiVincenzo while attempting a layup, with his ankle “rolling” inward instead of out. While Schröder remained in the game, he was a shell of himself from that point onward. And with the Kings beginning Week 4 with a Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back, this may impact Schröder’s availability. Russell Westbrook would be the next man up, and he finished Sunday’s defeat with six points (2-of-7 FGs), one assist, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in 16 minutes off the bench.

Dennis Schröder, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, Precious Achiuwa and Domantas Sabonis will start Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Sabonis is back after missing two games with a rib contusion, pushing Drew Eubanks to the bench. The other change to the starting lineup is surprising, with Achiuwa replacing Russell Westbrook. The matchup may have something to do with that, as the Kings have to deal with Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert in the frontcourt. Westbrook will play enough to provide solid fantasy value, but this change gives Achiuwa a shot at achieving fantasy relevance.

Domantas Sabonis (ribs) is available for Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves.

Sabonis is back after a two-game absence with a rib injury. Not only does his return push Drew Eubanks to the bench, but it also means Maxime Raynaud and Precious Achiuwa will lose playing time, with one falling out of the rotation entirely.

Nikola Jokić delivered 32 points (10-of-14 FGs, 11-of-12 FTs), 14 rebounds, 14 assists and one steal over 31 minutes, propelling the Nuggets to a 117-100 blowout win over the Pacers.

Jokić picked up the slack for a short-handed Denver lineup with Jalen Pickett and Peyton Watson starting in place of an injured Jamal Murray (calf) and Aaron Gordon (hamstring), recording his third double-double in nine games this season — securing it with more than seven minutes left in the third quarter — as the Nuggets cruised to an easy win, leading by 13 heading into the final frame. The 30-year-old generational talent been the top overall fantasy performer so far, averaging 25 points, 13 rebounds, 12 assists, two steals, and one block through nine games. At this point, Jokić averaging a triple-double isn’t news — it’s just gravity doing what gravity does.

Domantas Sabonis (ribs) is questionable to play against the Timberwolves on Sunday.

Sabonis has missed two games in a row for the Kings, and this could be a third. In that scenario, Drew Eubanks will remain in the starting lineup, with Maxime Raynaud and Precious Achiuwa filling out the reserve center minutes.

Jalen Pickett, Christian Braun, Cam Johnson, Peyton Watson and Nikola Jokic will start against the Pacers on Saturday.

Pickett and Watson join the starting lineup with Jamal Murray (calf) and Aaron Gordon (hamstring) sidelined. Bruce Brown should play a larger role off the bench for Denver with two starters out.

Zeke Nnaji (ankle) is available against the Pacers on Saturday.

Nnaji was initially listed as probable, so his availability isn’t surprising. Nnaji played four minutes in a blowout win on Friday, and while he could play more minutes with Aaron Gordon out, he won’t play enough to provide any real value in the box score.

Aaron Gordon (hamstring) has been ruled out against the Pacers on Saturday.

AG will be sidelined for the second night of this back-to-back. Peyton Watson should slide into the starting unit for this game, though there could be a few minutes for Zeke Nnaji or Hunter Tyson off the bench.

Jamal Murray (calf) has been ruled out against the Pacers on Saturday.

Murray is out for the second leg of this back-to-back, which should result in Bruce Brown entering the starting lineup. Jalen Pickett should fill out some of the reserve point guard minutes, but Nikola Jokic will continue to be the lead playmaker.

Aaron Gordon (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Pacers.

Gordon is managing a left hamstring injury and could miss Saturday’s game against the Pacers. The 30-year-old power forward is off to a hot shooting start this season. Peyton Watson and Zeke Nnaji would be the primary candidates to see extra minutes in Gordon’s absence.

Jamal Murray (calf) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Pacers.

Murray is dealing with left calf tightness, but hasn’t missed a game yet this season. If he’s out, Bruce Brown is next in line to pick up the slack as the backup point guard and would see a boost to his fantasy value.

DeMar DeRozan added 18 points (7-of-13 FGs), five rebounds, three assists and four three-pointers on Friday against the Thunder.

DeRozan was limited to 29 minutes on Friday in the blowout loss to OKC. In his minutes, he shot efficiently and logged more three-point makes against the Thunder than he had combined prior to Friday’s contest. Still, the veteran scorer finished with fewer than 20 points and had minimal impact as a facilitator or defender. Aside from his contributions from beyond the arc, there wasn’t much for fantasy managers to get excited about.

Zach LaVine (back) added nine points (3-of-5 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, one steal and two three-pointers in the loss to the Thunder on Friday.

LaVine returned from a one-game absence on Friday but struggled to make much of a positive impact. In the blowout loss, he totaled 29 minutes and attempted just five shots. He was efficient on his limited looks, but scored in single digits for the first time all season. LaVine will have a chance to knock off the rust and bounce back on Sunday against a Timberwolves team that has won three of its last four games.

Russell Westbrook notched 24 points (9-of-17 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, nine assists, and five three-pointers in the loss to the Thunder on Friday.

Westbrook logged his third-straight 20-point game of the season on Friday, which was again highlighted by strong overall shooting efficiency and high production from beyond the arc. The veteran guard also found success on the glass, produced as a passer, and got his teammates involved against his former team. Even in Year 18, Westbrook has proven capable of stuffing the stat sheet and providing value in fantasy leagues, especially now as he’s demonstrating an ability to be an efficient scorer. He’s certainly worthy of a roster spot.

Nikola Jokić finished Friday’s win over the Warriors with 26 points (12-of-15 FGs), nine rebounds, nine assists, one block and two three-pointers.

Jokić needed only 29 minutes of game action to nearly tally a second straight double-double. He fell one rebound and one assist short of the feat, but utilized extremely efficient shooting to land his sixth straight game with at least 20 points. The Warriors, without Stephen Curry and Al Horford available for this game, struggled to keep pace with the high-powered Nuggets’ offense, which featured six different players scoring in double figures, with Jokić leading the way. After a slower start to the season, he appears back in his MVP-like form.

Jamal Murray amassed 23 points (8-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, eight assists, two steals, one block and five three-pointers in Friday’s victory over the Warriors.

Murray did a little bit of everything for the Nuggets in their win on Friday. He made an impact offensively as both a facilitator and scorer, with his production from beyond the arc being key to his point total. But even on the defensive end, the veteran guard showed up and collected three steals. Again, he impressed on both ends of the floor and remains a key piece to Denver’s success on a nightly basis.

Jonas Valančiūnas notched 16 points (6-of-8 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers in the win over the Warriors on Friday.

Valančiūnas logged his most productive line as a member of the Nuggets on Friday. He scored a season high in points and hit his first couple of threes of the season during his 16 minutes of game action. The veteran center has served as a nice depth piece for Denver in his first season with the team. He likely won’t move the needle in fantasy basketball leagues, but could continue to play an important role for the Nuggets throughout the season.

Zeke Nnaji (ankle) is available for Friday’s game against the Warriors.

Nnaji is officially available after being listed as probable on the Nuggets’ initial injury report. However, this does not mean he’ll play rotation minutes. Fantasy managers can leave him on the waiver wire.

Domantas Sabonis (ribs) is out for Friday’s game against the Thunder.

Sabonis, who was initially questionable for Friday’s game, will miss a second consecutive contest with a left ribcage contusion. Drew Eubanks will remain in the starting lineup, with Maxime Raynaud and Precious Achiuwa playing rotation minutes off the bench.

Domantas Sabonis (ribs) is questionable to play against the Thunder on Friday.

Sabonis missed Wednesday’s game against Golden State, which allowed Drew Eubanks to get the starting nod in his place. Eubanks should get another start if Sabonis remains out, with Maxime Raynaud and Precious Achiuwa filling out the reserve minutes. If Sabonis is back, he’ll play the majority of the minutes at center.

Zach LaVine (back) is not on the injury report for Friday’s game against the Thunder.

LaVine missed Wednesday’s game against Golden State, which opened the door for Nique Clifford to start. The rookie logged 33 minutes but will be pushed to the bench with LaVine back in the lineup.

Zeke Nnaji (ankle) is probable to play against the Warriors on Friday.

Nnaji should be available, but that doesn’t mean he’s going to play. He hasn’t seen the floor during Denver’s last three games and has yet ot play 10 minutes in a game this season.

Malik Monk recorded 21 points (6-of-12 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), four rebounds, two assists and two three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Warriors.

Despite coming off the bench, Monk’s role expanded with Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis sidelined. Sure enough, he came through with his second 20-point game of the season in his first action since missing two games for personal reasons. If LaVine remains out for additional games, Monk will be worth taking a flier on. Nique Clifford started Wednesday’s victory, finishing with 12 points, three rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers in 33 minutes.

DeMar DeRozan recorded 25 points (8-of-20 FGs, 9-of-9 FTs), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in Wednesday’s win over the Warriors.

DeRozan has scored 25 points or more on three occasions this season, including Wednesday’s win over the Warriors. The absences of Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis put a little more on Deebo’s plate, enabling him to attempt at least 20 shots in a game for the second time this season. DeRozan did not provide much value outside of points and free-throw percentage, but he remains a top-100 player in nine-cat formats.

Russell Westbrook accounted for 23 points (9-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 16 rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Wednesday’s win over the Warriors.

Westbrook recorded his first triple-double as a King, helping lead the team to a win despite not having Zach LaVine or Domantas Sabonis. Rostered in 34 percent of Yahoo! leagues, he’s providing top-75 value in nine-cat formats. Westbrook has largely kept the turnovers in check, which has been great for the Kings and those who have him rostered. Dennis Schröder’s fantasy value hasn’t suffered either, as he is also providing seventh-round value. He finished Wednesday’s win with 18 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and three three-pointers.

Aaron Gordon had 24 points (9-of-16 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal and one three-pointer against the Heat on Wednesday.

Gordon dropped 50 points in the Nuggets’ season-opening overtime loss to the Warriors. The 30-year-old power forward failed to record even 20 points in the next four games, but has now bounced back with at least 20 points in the last two games. Gordon’s shooting seems to be improved this season and the Nuggets are in no position to curb his usage on offense this year.

Nikola Jokić had 33 points (12-of-18 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), 15 rebounds, 16 assists, three steals and two three-pointers in the Nuggets’ 122-112 victory over the Heat on Wednesday.

Jokić is back with a triple-double after two games where he failed to record a triple-double. Those two games of course came after the 30-year-old center began the season with a streak of four consecutive games with a triple-double. Jokić is the top player in fantasy until someone takes the crown from him, though Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are worthy adversaries.

Dennis Schröder, Russell Westbrook, Nique Clifford, DeMar DeRozan and Drew Eubanks will start Wednesday’s game against the Warriors.

The Kings won’t have Zach LaVine or Domantas Sabonis for Wednesday’s game, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. The voids will be filled by Clifford and Eubanks, with the latter being the more worthwhile streaming option. Malik Monk and Keon Ellis should also see their minutes increase despite coming off the bench.

A late addition to the Nuggets’ injury report, Strawther is available to contribute off the bench. However, he’s averaged fewer than six minutes per game this season, so his availability will not impact fantasy basketball.

Jamal Murray (calf) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

As expected, Murray is available after being listed as probable on the initial injury report. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Nuggets’ starting lineup, while Bruce Brown misses out on a potential boost to his fantasy value.

Domantas Sabonis (ribs) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors.

Sabonis has been downgraded from questionable to out, which opens up a spot in the starting lineup for Drew Eubanks. While he may not be the most enticing streaming option, Eubanks is worth a look in deeper leagues. Maxime Raynaud should pick up additional rotation minutes off the bench, but he isn’t worth the streaming risk.

Zach LaVine (back) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors.

While LaVine did play through lower back soreness on Monday, he will not be able to go on Wednesday. His absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup for Malik Monk, Keon Ellis or Nique Clifford. All three should see their playing time increase, but Monk offers the highest offensive upside of the three. Ellis is capable of a big night, but he’s more likely to provide streaming value in the defensive stats.

Julian Strawther (back) is probable to play against the Heat on Wednesday.

Strawther wasn’t on the initial injury report, and back pain isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup against Miami. Strawther has played 5.6 minutes per game this season, so his status won’t have an impact on Denver’s rotation.

Malik Monk (personal) is off the injury report for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors.

After missing the last two games for personal reasons, Monk will be available for Wednesday’s game. He’ll likely slide into his usual role off the bench, but there’s a chance he starts since Zach LaVine (back) is questionable. LaVine was also questionable ahead of Monday’s loss to the Nuggets, but started and played 37 minutes.

Domantas Sabonis (ribs) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors.

Sabonis is dealing with a left ribcage contusion, hence his inclusion on the Kings’ initial injury report for Wednesday night. If he’s unable to play, Drew Eubanks will move into the starting lineup. While his fantasy ceiling is limited, Eubanks would be worth a look in deep leagues, especially for managers needing rebounds.

Zach LaVine (back) is questionable for Wednesday’s game against the Warriors.

LaVine was also considered questionable ahead of Monday’s loss to the Nuggets due to a lower back injury, but he started and played 37 minutes. Fantasy managers should anticipate a similar situation for the Kings guard. However, if he can’t play, Malik Monk, Keon Ellis or Nique Clifford will move into the starting lineup.

Jamal Murray (calf) is probable for Wednesday’s game against the Heat.

Murray is still experiencing tightness in his left calf, but he has yet to miss a game this season. He should take on his usual job as the Nuggets’ starting point guard, with Bruce Brown waiting in the wings to pick up the slack if Murray cannot play.

ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that Precious Achiuwa has agreed to a deal with the Kings.

Sacramento will waive Isaac Jones in a corresponding move. Achiuwa offers frontcourt depth and can make an immediate impact at PF. He’s not on the fantasy radar yet, but managers should keep an eye on his playing time and production.

Domantas Sabonis amassed 13 points (5-of-10 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 17 rebounds, five assists and one steal in Monday’s loss to the Nuggets.

Sabonis has led the NBA in rebounds three consecutive seasons, and a fourth rebounding straight title is a realistic possibility. He grabbed 17 boards against the Nuggets, and the five assists were also valuable for fantasy managers. That will need to be the case moving forward, as Sabonis’ scoring production may slip due to the number of scorers on the perimeter. He’s averaging 14.5 points per game, the lowest for Sabonis since the 2018-19 campaign (14.1 ppg). The decreased scoring and low free-throw percentage are why he’s ranked just outside the top-50 in nine-cat formats.

Dennis Schröder tallied 18 points (7-of-14 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists and one steal in Monday’s loss to the Nuggets.

Interestingly, both starting point guards in Monday’s game, Schröder and Denver’s Jamal Murray, shot 0-of-5 from beyond the arc. Dennis shot 7-of-9 from two and dished out nine assists, making for a solid night overall. While he hasn’t been much more than a late-round fantasy option for most of his career, Schröder has far exceeded the expectations thus far. He’s rostered in just 40 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and with the Kings playing three more games during Week 3, Schröder is worth a look in some standard leagues.

Russell Westbrook accounted for 26 points (10-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), 12 rebounds, six assists, two steals and three three-pointers in Monday’s loss to the Nuggets.

Playing in Denver for the first time since opting out of the final year of his two-year deal to hit free agency, Westbrook provided the complete “Russell Westbrook Experience” on Monday. Moving into the starting lineup, he was highly productive against the Nuggets, recording a double-double with six assists. However, he was also responsible for six turnovers, including two within 30 seconds late in the fourth quarter, effectively eliminating Sacramento’s rallying chances. Westbrook has been the most productive of the players that head coach Doug Christie has called on to start due to Keegan Murray being injured. That should keep him in the starting lineup for the foreseeable future.

Jamal Murray tallied 15 points (6-of-17 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, seven assists and one blocked shot in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Murray was 0-of-5 from three on Monday, but fantasy managers still received solid production in the rebound and assist categories. The Nuggets point guard has scored at least 22 points in four of six games, sitting safely within the top-50 in eight- and nine-cat formats. More concerning than the subpar three-point shooting on Monday is Murray’s left calf, which has been an issue for a few games. He’s played through the issue thus far, but the Nuggets end Week 3 with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back.

Aaron Gordon accumulated 20 points (6-of-11 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal and three three-pointers in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Gordon hasn’t approached the heights he reached in Denver’s opener, scoring 50 points in a loss to the Warriors. In fact, Monday’s effort was his first 20-point game since then. However, Gordon is still shooting the ball with excellent accuracy and averaging 2.5 three-pointers per game. The veteran forward is providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats, something few fantasy managers expected before the season began. Maintaining that production level may prove difficult, but Gordon’s improved shooting has done wonders for his fantasy profile.

Christian Braun accounted for 21 points (7-of-10 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), four rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer in Monday’s win over the Kings.

Braun had his most productive outing of the season on Monday, with the 21 points being the most he’s scored in a game. However, the three-point line remains an issue for the fourth-year wing. Having entered Monday shooting 18.2 percent from deep, Braun was 1-of-3 against the Kings. Decreased production in the three-point and steals categories is why Braun is ranked well outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats. The role makes him a player who should be rostered in most leagues, and managers need to consider buying low on Braun.

Nikola Jokić finished Monday’s win over the Kings with 34 points (14-of-22 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, 14 assists, four steals, two blocks and four three-pointers.

Jokić finished Monday’s victory three rebounds shy of a triple-double, but he still gave fantasy managers a robust stat line. The 34 points were a season-high, while the 14 assists were one shy of his high. The hot starts of Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander mean that Jokić has serious competition for the top spot in fantasy basketball. That said, it will be tough to dethrone the Joker, given his consistent excellence.

Dennis Schroder, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, Russell Westbrook and Domantas Sabonis will start against the Nuggets on Monday.

Westbrook is back in the starting lineup, replacing Dylan Cardwell, who only played five minutes as a starter in the Kings’ last game. Westbrook has averaged 14 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.5 threes per game across his two starts this season.

Jamal Murray (calf) is available to play against the Kings on Monday.

As expected, Murray will once again play through tightness in his left calf. He’ll occupy his typical spot in the starting lineup to try and help the Nuggets bounce back after dropping their last game against the Trail Blazers.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is available for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Johnson was initially probable for Monday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. He’ll take on his usual role within the Nuggets’ starting lineup.

Zach LaVine (back), Dennis Schroder (hip) and Devin Carter (knee) will all be available for Monday’s matchup with the Nuggets.

Carter’s availability won’t impact Sacramento’s rotation, as he’s played limited minutes when available. LaVine has scored at least 30 points in five of six games this season, and Schroder has been a consistent force as Sacramento’s floor general and competent scorer. Both LaVine and Schroder should see their usual allotment of minutes on Monday.

Devin Carter (knee) is questionable for Monday’s game against the Nuggets.

After logging 12 minutes in his last three games, Carter picked up a DNP-CD in Saturday’s win over the Bucks. If he cannot play on Monday, the second-year guard’s absence will not impact fantasy basketball or the Kings’ rotation.

Zach LaVine (back) is questionable for Monday’s game against the Nuggets.

LaVine has been sensational, scoring 30 points or more in five of his six appearances. Not having him on the court would be a massive deal for the Kings. If LaVine cannot play, more minutes would become available to Keon Ellis and Nique Clifford, who already stand to receive a boost due to Malik Monk’s absence for personal reasons.

Jamal Murray (calf) and Cameron Johnson (shoulder) are probable for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Murray and Johnson are back on the Nuggets’ injury report, as they continue to deal with nagging injuries. However, neither has missed a game, and the probable tags suggest they will be cleared ahead of Monday’s game. Look for Murray and Johnson to occupy their usual places in the starting lineup.

Nikola Jokić had 21 points (7-of-10 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), 14 rebounds, nine assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Jokić started the year with a triple-double in each of the first four games of the season. That streak came to an end on Friday as the 30-year-old center had 21 points, 14 rebounds and nine assists against the Trail Blazers. Jokić missed it by one assist. Alas, he’ll have to wait until Monday against the Kings for his next chance at recording a triple-double.

Cameron Johnson had nine points (3-of-7 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one three-pointer against the Trail Blazers on Friday.

Johnson’s layup attempt with seven seconds left in regulation of a tie game was erases by Toumani Camara and the Trail Blazers would go on to win on free throws. The 29-year-old small forward has struggled mightily in his first few games with the Nuggets. Johnson has failed to score even 10 points in four of five games this year. He’s dealing with a shoulder injury that could be the root cause of his struggles and fantasy managers have to take that into account.

Jamal Murray (calf) and Cameron Johnson (shoulder) are available for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Murray was initially questionable for Friday’s game, while Johnson was probable. They’ll both play and take on their usual roles within the Nuggets’ starting lineup. Johnson has struggled thus far, with the right shoulder injury likely being a reason why.

Cameron Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Friday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

While he’s yet to miss a full game this season, Johnson did exit Monday’s win over the Timberwolves during the fourth quarter due to right shoulder inflammation. On Wednesday, he only attempted four shots in Denver’s blowout of the Pelicans, so the injury may still be an issue. Johnson is probable to play, but fantasy managers should plan for limited production.